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Articles by Jessica Levey

Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator

Jessica loves exploring the history and magic of ritual, the connections between people and places, and sharing true stories about love and commitment. She's an advocate for marriage equality, LGBTQ+ rights, and individuality, and is an ordained Minister with AMM. When she’s not writing or illustrating for AMM, she enjoys city hikes, fantasy novels, comics, and traveling.

Check out these 874 articles written by Jessica Levey, Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator at American Marriage Ministries. The AMM Blog Covers wedding trends for officiants, and more!

874 Articles by Jessica Levey

Check out these 874 articles written by Jessica Levey, Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator at American Marriage Ministries. The AMM Blog Covers wedding trends for officiants, and more!



312 DAYS AGO | 7.3.2023

The Wedding Recession: Creative Ideas & Advice for Your Wedding Ceremony Rece...

Learn about the Wedding Recession - the symbolic end of a wedding ceremony that comes after the Officiant's Pronouncement of marriage! With advice on wedding...

315 DAYS AGO | 6.30.2023

The 3 Most Popular Unity Ceremonies in 2023, According to New AMM Survey!

AMM's Spring survey reveals this year's three most popular unity ceremony ideas! Wedding officiants, take note: These unity rituals will be performed at a ma...

317 DAYS AGO | 6.28.2023

How Much Does it Cost to Get Ordained Online in Michigan to Officiate a Wedding?

Asked to officiate a wedding in Michigan? Learn how much it costs to become an ordained minister online in Michigan, whether you’ll pay more for minister reg...

317 DAYS AGO | 6.28.2023

How Much Does it Cost to Get Ordained Online in Florida to Officiate a Wedding?

Asked to officiate a wedding in Florida? Learn how much it costs to become an ordained minister online in Florida, whether you’ll pay more for minister regis...

317 DAYS AGO | 6.28.2023

How Much Does it Cost to Get Ordained Online in Pennsylvania to Officiate a W...

Asked to officiate a wedding in Pennsylvania? Learn how much it costs to become an ordained minister online in Pennsylvania, whether you’ll pay more for mini...

318 DAYS AGO | 6.27.2023

Most Weddings Include a ‘Moment of Silence’ or Memorial Table for Deceased Lo...

New AMM Survey shows that the majority of wedding ceremonies will include a 'moment of silence,' 'moment of remembrance,' or memorial table with photos to ho...

319 DAYS AGO | 6.26.2023

Celebrating 8 Years of Marriage Equality for Same-Sex Couples in the US!

Happy Marriage Equality Day! Celebrating 8 years of marriage equality: On June 26, 2015, the Supreme Court ruled in Obergefell v Hodges that same-sex couples...

319 DAYS AGO | 6.26.2023

Connecticut becomes 9th state to ban child marriage, raises age to marry to 1...

It's official: The legal age to marry in Connecticut is 18 years old, effective July 1, 2023. There are no exceptions for minors, making CT the 9th state to ...

322 DAYS AGO | 6.23.2023

Meet the Speakers for AMM’s NYC Wedding Officiant Education & Networking 2023...

Attention New York City area Wedding Officiants: Meet the speakers for our August 23, 2023 Education and Networking seminar! This fun and informative event f...

323 DAYS AGO | 6.22.2023

How to Get Married in Utah: Planning a Wedding in The Beehive State

A step-by-step guide to help you plan a wedding and get married in Utah - including how to find a wedding officiant, choose the best wedding venue, plan your...

324 DAYS AGO | 6.21.2023

New Script! Inclusive Catholic Wedding Script for LGBTQ+ Couples

New wedding script! This original wedding ceremony script is written for Catholic same-sex & LGBTQ+ couples who wish to marry in a ceremony that blends moder...

Groom twirls the bride while dancing outdoors on their wedding day

325 DAYS AGO | 6.20.2023

How Much Does it Cost to Get Ordained Online in Texas to Officiate a Wedding?

Asked to officiate a wedding in Texas? Learn how much it costs to get ordained in Texas, including free online ordination with American Marriage Ministries a...

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